The Legacy of Robert M. Gagne

This book highlights and discusses the contributions of Robert M. Gagne to the field of instructional technology. Section One presents the core concepts of Gagne’s theory and contains reprints of the following five journal articles by Gagne:

The article comprising Section Three, “The Future Role of Robert M. Gagne in Instructional Design” (Rita C. Richey), speculates on the extent to which Gagne’s work will continue to influence the field of instructional technology in the future, even with the growing influence of constructivist approaches to instruction. Each article contains references.

Appendices include: the American Psychological Association Scientific Award for the Application of Psychology, 1983; a bibliography of publications by Gagne; and information about ERIC. Includes Subject and author indexes. (MES)

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